THE Corner shop
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‘WakamonoT: Memories We Carry’ is an exhibition showcasing art pieces by Redress’ current designer-in-residence, Tulika Ranjan. Located at Mondrian Hong Kong’s art space, The Corner Shop, the exhibition runs from 28 October – 24 November 2024.
Inspired by the ancient folk craft of oriental knotting, designer Ranjan embarks on a journey that intertwines with her overarching concept of ‘wakamono’, a Japanese term that embodies the spirit of youth. The outcome is ‘WakamonoT: Memories We Carry’, a sustainable design endeavour that draws from the experiences and emotions that shape our true identities. These art pieces, fashioned from discarded garments of Hong Kong, serve as a gentle invitation to reflect upon our formative journeys, rekindling the spirit of the child that resides within us all. In modernising this ancient technique of knotting, Ranjan artfully navigates the delicate interplay of cherished memories, encouraging us to untangle the knots that no longer serve us, and to embrace the truest versions of ourselves.
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The Corner Shop’s inaugural exhibition featured the work of Parisian artist Caroline Tronel, whose Giant Crushed Cans installation embodied the power of creativity and individual action in reshaping our relationship with the world. Through her iconic upcycling art, Tronel invited viewers to embrace sustainability and sparked conversations on environmental consciousness.
Following Tronel, sculptor Anton Poon showcased RUBIKS, a collection of painted carbon steel sculptures. Pieces like Lunging, Compass, and Bestowal explored the contrasts between intimacy and distance, complexity and delicacy, inviting passersby to connect their own experiences with each structure. As the day unfolded, the shifting light revealed new dimensions in Poon’s work, deepening its connection to the human experience and the passage of time.
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